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Techniques used to improve calcium content from gut-loading to dusting are also discussed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lafeber.com\/vet\/wp-content\/uploads\/Feeding-Insectivores-edited.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Feeding Insect Eating Reptiles PDF Handout<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An insectivore diet consists completely or partially of insects. Insectivorous or insect eating reptiles include some turtles and snakes, and many lizards. This client education handout explores many practical matters related to feeding insect prey from types (like mealworms and waxworms), size, and number recommended, as well as cautions for toxic insects that should never be fed. 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